Mental Health Locum Jobs in the UK: Join a Recruitment Agency That Truly Understands the Field
Supporting the Mental Health Workforce – One Placement at a Time
The demand for qualified mental health professionals in the UK is only growing—across both the NHS and private sectors. Yet too often, skilled professionals looking for flexible Locum work find themselves bouncing between generic job boards and agencies that don’t fully understand their field. That’s where Mentalia Locums comes in.
We’re not just another recruitment agency. We’re a dedicated, niche platform specialising solely in mental health locum Jobs. Our focus? Matching experienced Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, and more with the right contract roles—whether that’s in a busy London NHS Trust or a private clinic in the Midlands.
Why Choose Mentaliā Locums?
Let’s be honest—mental health is complex work. It demands professionals who are not only highly trained but emotionally attuned and adaptable. That’s why we don’t treat recruitment like a numbers game. We take time to understand both our clinicians and the services we support.
Whether you're looking for your next role in Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, or Psychiatry, our team knows how to navigate the nuances of each profession. We're not here to flood your inbox with irrelevant job listings. We're here to find you a role that makes sense—one that values your time, skills, and preferred working style.
Flexible Roles. Serious Impact.
Working as a locum mental health professional doesn’t mean compromising on impact. Many of our placements are within NHS services making vital contributions to communities. Others are in private practices delivering tailored interventions or assessments.
What they have in common is flexibility. We help professionals secure work that fits around their lives—not the other way around.
Some of the roles we regularly place:
- HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologists for CAMHS and adult mental health teams
- Occupational Therapists with experience in forensic or rehab settings
- Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHPs) for local authority crisis teams
- Consultant Psychiatrists for inpatient and community services
- Experienced Social Workers for safeguarding and case management in mental health units
Nationwide Coverage, Personal Approach
While based in the UK, our reach is national. We work with services across England, Scotland, and Wales—urban or rural, high-intensity or step-down. But regardless of postcode, our approach remains the same: real conversations, honest expectations, and placements that actually align with your professional goals.
Ready to Make a Move?
If you're a mental health professional looking for your next locum opportunity—or if you’re simply exploring what’s out there—it’s worth starting with a team who speaks your language.
Visit Mentalia Locums to view our current listings or get in touch for a confidential chat. We’d be happy to help you take the next step in your career.
Because good mental health care starts with the right people in the right roles. Let’s make sure you’re one of them.